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ulvik
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Jan 07, 2018

Is a weight distribution hitch needed on dually?

I have a 1/2 ton truck to pull our 26ft. TT and absolutely need a weight distribution hitch to tow our camper. But a family friend is going to borrow out TT for a 500 mile trip and he owns a 3500 dual...
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tinner12002
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Jan 15, 2018
I had a 28ft bumper pull living quarters trailer that I used to pull with a dually years ago. I never had a WD hitch so I didn't use one. I don't recall ever having issues with swaying or anything so I figured It was ok. As has been mentioned though, if one is available use it, might be the difference between a good pull or a bad one.

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